The conversation began when Beth, a total stranger to me, just another patient at the doctor's office, when she just beamed about the beautiful tattoo upon my foot. The exact reason I got the tattoo is to have opportunities such as this to share an incredible journey Christ trusted me enough to pursue. As she delighted in the beauty of the artwork I was able to share why I got it and what it represented. Mind you, I am sitting & she's standing in the middle of the office as others, including the staff turned their attention our way. The questions came. More opportunities to share Christ.
'Oh, God Thank You for having me come early for my appointment!' Goodness, she's so engaging and taking this all in. She's sounding excited about what I'm sharing and encouraging of what I am doing. How I am serving others, stepping out and following Christ in life. Doing what He leads you to do even if it is scary and everyone else thinks you're crazy for doing it. When seeds are planted in Christ they will grow, prosper and mature bearing fruit as we continue to pursue Him. Others will be blessed with the fruit Christ grows in us, we must have a cheerful and giving spirit.
"Christy." My name is called. Really?! Right now when things are going so well? I wish I had more time. I gracefully excuse myself and tell her what a pleasure it was speaking with her. Beth thanks me for sharing a bit of myself with her. So, off I go. That's it. As I am walking to the medical assistant, I notice many pairs of eyes on me...before, it would have bothered me, but today, I celebrate it!!
"Let's get your vitals before we take you back to a room." Hmmm Mmmm. Not paying attention. I'm thinking that I can't leave here without connecting somehow with Beth. I've got BP cuff on a arm, thermometer in mouth and I am digging vigorously in my purse for paper. Of course I don't have any because I just switched to a new one and it is all neatly organized. I haven't had enough time for receipts or grocery lists thrown into the bottom of my purse. What can I use? A business card of somebody else...just insert my name, number and email! Cuff is off, thermometer out. I urgently ask the assistant if I could re-enter the waiting area quickly. I'm granted permission with a smile. I briskly approach Beth extending my handmade card and she eagerly accepts, thankful for my return. She tells me that she is excited to get in touch with me upon her return home. Wow, that will be fast! She proceeds to tell me she lives 600 miles away and will be away from home for some time longer. Now that's it...for now. I'm full of joy. Thank you, Lord.
An hour at the doctor's office with some news of exploratory surgery to find the source of pain that I have been suffering through for the past 8 months and determine a hardness/lump on my abdomen was nothing that could bring me down from the Spiritual high I was on! I sat in my car trying to grasp what God had just down when Beth appeared out of the doors. I rolled down my window and waved to her. As she approached me I told her to take care and told her that I was blessed in meeting her. She returned the sentiment and said that she would contact me soon. I asked her where she lived and she answered, "I live in heaven. It's beautiful." I told her, "I'd love to come visit you in heaven." Her response, "Anytime. I'd love to have you come see me. I'll email you the address." And off she went as she left in her cab!
Christy K.
